Digital Forensic Triage Technician

Cambridgeshire Constabulary; Norwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Sick Pay

Family Leave

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Blue Light Card App

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Support Networks

Career Development

Job summary

Cambridgeshire Constabulary invites applications for a triage technician in the Digital Forensic Unit at Thorpe Wood Police Station, Peterborough. The role focuses on disassembling digital devices to access storage and perform initial triage to identify material relevant to investigations.

This is a technical entry point into digital forensics, offering progression to more advanced examiner roles while emphasising strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Aptitude for technology and clear communication are essential.
• Ability to think logically and solve problems in a forensic context.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble digital devices to access storage drives and perform initial triage.
• Identify evidential material to aid investigators during early assessment.
• Serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a digital forensic examiner.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Cambridgeshire Constabulary has a vacant triage technician role who will work in the Digital Forensic Unit in Thorpe Wood Police Station, Peterborough.

The digital world is fast growing and forever evolving. A digital element spans most crime types and plays a role in the majority of investigations. Cambridgeshire Police have invested in a Digital Cyber Directorate whose aim is to professionalise our response to digital forensics.

The Role

A triage technician’s core role is to dissemble digital devices to access their storage drives and carry out initial triage of devices to establish if they contain evidential material which will assist investigators.

The triage technician is a role working within our digital forensic unit and as such is an initial step towards becoming a digital forensic examiner.

The role is a technical role and applicants will need to have an aptitude for technology, however this is a great first step into digital forensic employment with an ability to progress to other roles in the unit.

We are looking for someone with good communication skills as well as a great problem solver.

Location

The Digital Forensic Unit is situated at Thorpe Wood. The team is made up of one manager, ten Examiners, one administrator, one digital accreditation officer and is a mix of both police officers and police staff.

Working hours are Monday - Friday office hours

Successful applicants will be invited for a short digital forensics quiz followed by an interview.

For Further Information

For any questions please ask Detective Inspector James Sheffield - 07921 094988

Redeployment and Redundancy

This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted.

Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.

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Commitment to Inclusion

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive.

If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.

Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.

We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.

Why Choose a Career in Policing?

Cambridgeshire Constabulary is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.

If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career—where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences—then we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
• Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service).
• Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
• Carers and Discretionary Leave
• Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
• Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
• Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
• Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
• Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
• Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON.
• Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:

1. Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
2. People of all ages and abilities
3. All faiths and religions
4. LGBTQ+ communities
5. Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.

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Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory Lists

Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Cambridgeshire Constabulary recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace. Find out more about the acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in our recruitment process.